ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
At what age can most infants sit steadily unsupported?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sitting erect without support is a developmental milestone usually achieved by 8 months.
Question 2 of 5
Delayed/Late reaction to stinging venom may precipitate all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Late-phase reactions to venom include serum sickness, vasculitis, nephrotic syndrome, and hemolytic anemia, but encephalopathy is not a common delayed reaction to venom exposure.
Question 3 of 5
In hyperkalemia, which of the following treatments antagonizes the direct effect of potassium on the heart?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: IV calcium gluconate stabilizes cardiac membranes, reducing the risk of arrhythmias from hyperkalemia, without lowering potassium levels.
Question 4 of 5
The diurnal variation in Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF) that is consistent with asthma is more than
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diurnal PEF variability of more than 20% is characteristic of poorly controlled asthma, indicating increased airway reactivity.
Question 5 of 5
Reasons to avoid the early discharge of a normal term infant include all of the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Two successful feedings are not a contraindication to early discharge if the infant is otherwise healthy